There is no better way to eat pizza than in Italy itself

As they say, when in Rome be like Romans. So it will be a shame if while in Italy, the birthplace of the most ravishing food – pizza – one doesn’t go pizza hopping. To be more precise, pizza originated in Naples and a traditional Neapolitan-style pizza is the greatest with nothing but cheese, sauce, and basil. Pizza in its simplest form is the Margherita that is a go-to option among the locals, was crafted as homage to the Italian Flag for Queen Margaret of Savoy. And even today Margherita remains the most popular pizza on the menu in Italy.

The Pizzaioli in Naples is known for best authentic pizzas in the world as they are preserving an ancient pizza-making technique. The Art of Neapolitan ‘Pizzaiuolo’ was inscribed in 2017 under the protection of UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage. So here is your pizza guide in Italy.

Acunzo A family-owned business that was opened by the Acunzo family in 1936 is a low-key trattoria that is highly well-known among tourists. Touted as the best in the Vomeroneighbourhood, even the locals crowd into this place as much as the tourists, all for its wonderful pizza available in more than forty varieties.

Sorbillo This pizza place in Naples has been in thebusiness since 1935, and believe it or not, has a die-hard cult following. It has always got groups of tourists waiting outside for their turn, to binge on the best pizza made from mozzarella that is locally procured from nearby Agerola, the Vesuvian tomatoes, and the fine olive oil. This is touted as the best pizza in Naples. The pizza is called absolutely delicious by various people, right from the crust, aromatic sauce, to the divine cheese and fresh dough.

I Decumani and Da Michele Situated right in the heart of the Centro Storico, I Decumani is counted among the best places for pizzas in the city. Whereas, Da Michele is tucked away off the Corso Umberto I and is labeled as the most traditional of all the Naples pizzerias. Da Michele serves just two varieties – marinara and Margherita – and best if you ask for double mozzarella here.

Pizzeria Salvo and Pizzaria La Notizia The Salvo brothers of Pizzeria Salvo offer unique pizza experiences and the best in Italy. They have a special and unique pairing of a super-strong concerto cheese, originating from Roman times, coupled with papacella – a large round peppers that have been soaked in vinegar. Whereas Enzo Coccia is a Michelin guide listed a restaurant, and rightly so for its mouthwatering pizza that one could have eaten in their entire lives.